Category: Viewpoint

Austin Texas, Latest Issue, Opinions, Viewpoint

Viewpoint: The End Of Summer

Damita Miller-Shanklin Editor-in-Chief August signifies the end of summer. Most people are ending their summer vacations and preparing to settle in for the fall season. Schedules are reinstated, being focused is more important and settling into a normal routine becomes important. The new school year starts for all students. This period is often associated with buying school supplies, textbooks, and getting back into the routine … Continue reading Viewpoint: The End Of Summer

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Austin Texas, Education, Viewpoint

[Essay] Affirmative Action

Written by : Richard Cherwitz It is was disappointing to witness the Supreme Court’s recent decision to end affirmative action. However, for those who oversee admissions/enrollment planning and strategic enrollment management, there is much that can be done to increase diversity in a race neutral environment. Why do I say this? To answer, we must assess how well administrators did in producing a diverse class … Continue reading [Essay] Affirmative Action

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Black Men, Black Women, Education, Viewpoint

Affirmative Action: What Does It Mean For The Black Community?

The decision by the Supreme Court to discontinue the need for Affirmative Action will once again change how black people move ahead. This scares me because it is a way to act on racism without justice. Have you thought about this? This is especially important for our generations of tomorrow. But today’s impact will also be significant.  What is Affirmative Action? Affirmative action in the … Continue reading Affirmative Action: What Does It Mean For The Black Community?

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Austin Texas, Latest Issue, Lifestyle, Ujima Magazine, Viewpoint, Women's Ministry

[March Issue] Our Education. Our History. We Can Not Be Erased.

The March issue of Ujima is about ensuring we understand the world around us is trying to push our history out of society. We have to ensure we are not erased from the history books and we continue to be recognized and we receive equality and justice. Ms. Olyvia Green, a Educator, gives her opinion about education today and what needs to happen for our … Continue reading [March Issue] Our Education. Our History. We Can Not Be Erased.

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Active Living, Black Women, Education, Feature Story, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Ujima Magazine, Viewpoint, Women of Color

New Issue: Lily Shepard Moves: It’s All About Self-Discovery

Our first issue of 2023 is here. You don’t want to miss our feature story with Lily Shepard of Lily Shepard Moves. She talks about getting back to who we are as a women. It’s all about Self-Discovery. You will also find other stories that deal with renewal, healing and rejuvenation. Enjoy the read. Please share the issue link with your friends and family. Thanks. … Continue reading New Issue: Lily Shepard Moves: It’s All About Self-Discovery

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